B.A. in Psychology
Psychology is all about understanding how people think, behave and relate. Biola’s psychology major recognizes that a Christian worldview is an essential part of this understanding, which is why it integrates the scientific study of human behavior with a biblical understanding of human nature. Your undergraduate degree from Biola's B.A. in Psychology program will equip you for ministry, graduate schools in multiple areas of psychology and social work, or a variety of career opportunities, such as in business, education, research, health professions and social services.
Critical thinking, diagnostic and communication skills developed in the B.A. in Psychology program will also translate to a number of humanities and social sciences career paths, as well as psychology-adjacent fields such as political science and human resources.
Bachelor's degree students interested in online learning options should consider the online B.S. in Psychology degree.
In addition to its strong curriculum, expert faculty members and biblical integration, Biola’s psychology program offers several key advantages:
- As a division of Rosemead School of Psychology, the undergraduate psychology department shares the graduate program faculty who are highly trained and experienced in their profession. Explore Biola's graduate psychology programs.
- The Biola Counseling Center and the doctoral programs at Rosemead School of Psychology are available as additional resources to students for personal and educational use.
- Psi Chi, the national honor society for psychology majors, provides opportunities for professional development, educational enrichment and personal interaction between undergraduates and professors.
- Rosemead School of Psychology has a strong academic reputation, bolstered by its role in publishing the Journal of Psychology and Theology, a leading publication of its kind.
- The Directed Fieldwork and Research Assistantship options in the psychology major allow you to gain valuable off- or on-campus experience in various psychological settings, internship sites and research labs while earning academic credits.
Rankings
Biola's psychology program was recently ranked 9th overall on Niche's list of "Best Colleges for Psychology in California," based on student reviews and data from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Career Outlook and Preparation
What Can You Do with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology?
Biola's psychology degree provides exceptional general preparation for a wide-range of psychology-related careers and ministries. Biola graduates can expect to impact the world for Jesus Christ with their B.A. degree or subsequent graduate degrees in professions such as:
- Clinical psychology
- Criminal or forensic psychology
- Experimental psychology
- Industrial-organizational psychology
- Developmental psychology
- School psychology
- Sports psychology
- Career or vocational counseling
- Neuropsychology
- Recreational Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Data Science
- Market Research Analysis
- Education
- Social Services
- Business
In addition, Biola graduates from the psychology major have gone on to study at the following distinguished graduate schools:
- Chapman University; University of California, Los Angeles; University of Southern California; Claremont McKenna College; University of Washington; Yale University; Baylor University' Talbot School of Theology; Dallas Theological Seminary; Rosemead School of Psychology; Azusa Pacific University; Fuller School of Psychology; George Fox University; Pepperdine University; University of Maryland; University of New Mexico; University of Edinburgh (Scotland)
7% job growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for psychologists is projected to be faster than average between 2023 and 2033.
BLS projections are not specific to Biola University students or graduates.
One of the most wonderful things about Biola is that professors there are so concerned with educating students as whole people, not just meeting certain academic outcomes. I was deeply mentored and educated by my Biola professors in ways that I am constantly grateful for, and that have benefited me in every domain of life.
Psychology, B.A. ‘21
The faculty and staff at Biola really go out of their way to make sure each student is taken care of; not only in their academic journey but in their personal/spiritual journey as well.
Psychology, B.A. '15, Intercultural Studies, M.A. '17
